Low Vision Magnifiers
You will need different macular degeneration magnifiers for different tasks. Using magnifiers takes some training and practice.
Blindness Low VisionMacular degeneration is the loss of central vision - it is not blindness but rather low vision. Low vision means that a person's vision cannot be corrected by prescription glasses or through any medical or surgical intervention. Low vision magnifiers are meant to make the most of the vision that you do have. As your macular degeneration progresses you will need more magnification and more light. There is no one "best magnifier" for someone with macular degeneration. Different tasks will require different magnifiers. Decide first what task the magnifier will be used for - such as reading, watching TV, performing a hobby or something portable so you can see prices, labels or menus. Then purchase a low vision magnifier for that specific task. Hand Held Magnifying Glass
Before you buy a hand held magnifying glass, there are a couple of things you should know about magnifiers - the magnification power that's right for you, the size of the magnifier, the lens type, etc. To learn more click here:
Hand Held Magnifying Glass
Floor Lamp MagnifierA floor lamp magnifier can be place and used next to your favorite reading chair or for hobbies, like sewing. You can keep your hands free and have plenty of light to see.Good lighting is just as important at magnification. As one's macular degeneration progresses, so does the need for better and brighter lighting. To learn more click here: Floor Lamp Magnifier Low Vision CCTVA low vision CCTV (closed circuit TV)is probably the most helpful of all low vision magnifiers. It works using a special camera that focuses on what you want to see (i.e. a pill bottle, a check, a photograph etc,) and displays it on a large screen.The magnification and the contrast is easily adjustable. It's best to talk to your low vision specialist first - they will have one for you to try and they can then provide you with training in how to use it. To learn more click here:
Low Vision CCTV
Book Magnifier
A book magnifier is an essential visual aid for those with macular degeneration. They come in different shapes and styles.You may need a couple of different reading magnifiers - one for reading a book in your favorite chair and one for newspapers or magazines. To learn more about book magnifiers and tips to help you keep reading with less eye strain click here:
Book Magnifier
Portable MagnifierA portable magnifier can go with you wherever you go. Keep one in your pocket or purse to use when you are at restaurants, shopping or traveling.They can range in price from $200 for an electronic magnifier that offers the highest power of magnification to less than $10 for a high quality Bausch and Lomb hand held magnifier.
Portable Magnifier
Computer Monitor Magnifier
Consider a computer monitor magnifier to ease any eye strain while using the computer. They easily attach to the front of your computer. Different sizes and styles are available depending on the size of your monitor or if it is a new LCD monitor. To learn more click here:
Computer Monitor Magnifier
Electronic Book Readers
Electronic book readers are portable, wireless, devices for reading books, magazines, and newspapers. They offer font magnification, contrast adjustment and zoom features for easier reading. To learn more about how electronic book readers can help those with macular degeneration click here:
Electronic Book Readers
TV Screen MagnifierAs your macular degeneration progresses it becomes more difficult to see the television. Try these simple tricks and magnifiers to help you enjoy this favorite past time: TV Screen MagnifierMagnifying Glass NecklaceA magnifying glass necklace can be attractive, stylish and useful.Wear it out shopping to check price tags, labels, instructions or menus. No need to be digging through your purse to find a pocket magnifier, when you can just wear an attractive magnifier necklace. To learn more click here:
Magnifying Glass Necklace
Pocket Magnifying Glass  A pocket magnifying glass is small enough to carry around in your pocket or purse. Actually because these low vision magnifiers are so inexpensive keep one in different rooms of your house. Take it with you when you travel or go out to dinner or shopping. It is a great magnifier to quick read a price tag, an instruction label or a menu.
Pocket Magnifying Glass
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